Cece In The City

Tag: Atlanta Magazine

  • Interview with Richard Shaw JR

    Interview with Richard Shaw JR

    By: Where it Begins

     

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do.

    A. I am a Black gifted and purpose driven male born and reared in Atlanta, Ga. I am a professional musician who uses the saxophone as a tool to inspire others through music and Believing Again.

    Q. What has been your greatest accomplishment that you’ve received in your career?

    A. Leaving Corporate America in 2019 and being able to pursue music full-time.

    Q. If you could perform anywhere in the world, where would it be?

    A. I would love to perform in Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates! I’m 70% Nigerian so I want to perform where my roots are and Dubai because it is one of the wealthiest and cleanliest places in the world. 

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Lorenzo Williams

    Interview with Lorenzo Williams

    By: Where it Begins

     

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do.

    A. My name is Lorenzo, I am a health coach and educator.

    Q. Tell us a little bit about your journey and how you got to where you are today.

    A. I am a two-time cancer survivor and also Covid-19 survivor. We contribute my survival first to the grace of God and then a God Inspired Nutritional diet to a full recovery in the body.

    Q. Do you offer any programs for fitness?

    A. Our main focus is on nutrition, although fitness and exercise are a part of our program. Our main focus is what is necessary for one to put in their body for internal strengthening and fighting sickness and disease. 

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Jon Plair

    Interview with Jon Plair

    By: Where it Begins

     

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do.

    A. My name is Jon Plair, I am a Musician/Songwriter/Producer.

    Q. What motivated you to pursue a career in entertainment?

    A. Foundationally my dad and my older brother….as well as a few music mentors and artists that I have aspired to be like.

    Q. What has been your most memorable accomplishment you’ve received in your career?

    A. To date…performing on BET for Dr. Bobby Jones Gospel Finale Show. 

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Gabrielle Mazar

    Interview with Gabrielle Mazar

    By: Where it Begins

     

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do.

    A. My name is Gabrielle (Gabi) Mazar. I own the Pilates Tempe fitness studio and work as a personal trainer, stretch therapist, Pilates instructor, podcast host, and owner of the Destination Fitcations fitness vacation company.

    Q. Was there a time in your career when you felt like you wanted to give up?

    A. Only about 100 or so times did I ever feel like giving up. However, I couldn’t give up because people depended on me. If I gave up, what would motivate my clients to keep going? We all have challenging times and sometimes the journey is hard, but the destination is worth it.

    Q. What is one fun fact about yourself?

    A. I am a first generation American who has traveled to more than 20 countries.

    To see full articke fo to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Katiucia “Kay” Pierre

    Interview with Katiucia “Kay” Pierre

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. My name is Katiucia “Kay” Pierre Louis, and I am the founder of Kplux Shop. Kplux Shop is a fashion-focused brand for women that hopes to connect with audiences from all different backgrounds in meaningful ways.  

    Q. What made you want to pursue a career in fashion?

    A. As a young girl, I loved to dress up and quickly developed a taste for fashion at a young age. I found that my love for fashion could put wine in a position to help women across the globe and I knew that it was my one true purpose.

    Q. How do you keep up with the fashion trends?

    A. Keeping up with the current fashion trends. I find that I am steadily keeping up with the latest in fashion magazines, actively following fashion trends and moguls on social media, and frequenting boutiques and shops.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_sept_2022_updated_1

  • Interview with Krishna Chapatwala CEO of Wine Shoe

    Interview with Krishna Chapatwala CEO of Wine Shoe

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. I am a wine shop owner of Wine Shoe in Atlanta Georgia and a chef. Being brought up in India, food was an integral part of my bringing. As a food business owner from 2009 to 2018, I catered many private dinner parties with wine pairings. That experience as well as living in Germany opened my eyes to the importance of wine on the table with food. In 201, I had a life changing trip to Washington State while visiting wineries in that region. That trip solidified my decision to have a brick and mortar in the form of a wine shop. Wine Shoe is a boutique retail wine shop and tasting room in downtown Atlanta, Castleberry Hill neighborhood, we offer private and public classes for wine education as well as walk-in tastings.

    Q. Where do you see yourself and business in the next five years?

    A. To have multiple locations of the wine shop and continue offering wine club, unique bottles available at our boutique, retail locations and in-house tastings for small and large groups.

    Q. Are you working on any new projects or upcoming events?

    A. Each month we have tastings to try new varietals and explore regions. Information on all upcoming events can be found on our website. www.wineshoeatlanta.com.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_sept_2022_updated_1

  • Interview with Erin Henderson

    Interview with Erin Henderson

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. I am a 22-year-old entrepreneur from Statesboro Ga looking to network and grow my brand and achieve my goals. I’m the owner and founder of ClassE Cosmetics LLC. I sell cosmetics such as press on nails, lashes, shades, and lip gloss.

    Q. What are some of your top sellers?

    A. My best selling is my “Clear the air” lip gloss and my “Caliber” press on nails. Everyone loves my clear gloss because they love the consistency of it, and it has the perfect shine and the name of it. Every time I do a pop-up shop, I have to make sure that I have enough clear gloss because they go so fast.

    Q. Are you working on any new projects or upcoming events?

    A. I’m currently working on expanding my brand by getting out into the community more and trying to give back more. I’m also working on networking more and attending more business events to bring more attention to my brand.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_sept_2022_updated_1

  • Interview with Stevie Boi

    Interview with Stevie Boi

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. My name is Stevie Boi. I am a fashion designer. I’m 32 years old and I live in Baltimore, Maryland.

    Q. What are three things you love about the area?

    A. Oh, wow. There are so many. Only three? I love the Inner Harbor; I love Baltimore City itself. I also love the cuisine here, which is another reason why I got inspired to get into cooking, et cetera. And I just love the culture. The culture of Baltimore is rich, it’s very, very strong, from Baltimore club music to, like I said, the food and stuff is like that.

    Q. Where can the readers follow you?

    A. Just go to www.stevieboi.com

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_sept_2022_updated_1

  • Interview with Treston Irby

    Interview with Treston Irby

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. My name is Treston Irby, one-fifth of the nineties R&B Platinum Group Hi-Five.

    Q. What was some of the challenges you’ve had in your career?

    A. There was a lot. Just being on certain tours, living out your suitcases, living in hotels and tour buses. Being young and living out of your suitcase and being on the tour bus, and not spending much time with your family.

    Follow me at @trestonirbyhifive

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_sept_2022_updated_1

     

  • Interview with Anita Wilson

    Interview with Anita Wilson

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. My pleasure and thank you! I am Anita Wilson. I am a proud Black Female Businesswoman who has been self-employed for over 10 years as a Recording Artist, Songwriter, Music Producer, and Independent Record Label President. I am also a 3x Grammy Nominated Recording Artist. But I am most proud of being a humble, strong, resilient woman with an amazing family. I am a loyal friend and lover of all people.

    Q. Are you working on any projects for 2022?

    A. We are discussing plans for a Christmas effort. We will see if it happens this year or not.

    Follow me at www.msanitawilson.com

    To see dull article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_sept_2022_updated_1